Tell the Time the EASY Way!
Fifty Percent of Children Cannot Tell Analog Time:
When I was at school, learning to read the clock was a given. We had to learn to tell both digital and analog time. There were no questions or alternatives—it was just expected.
I don’t understand why this expectation isn’t as strong for today’s students. Telling time isn’t difficult; after all, there are only 12 hours on an analog clock!
Understanding AM and PM: In the morning, we use "AM," an abbreviation of the Latin phrase ante meridiem (before midday). In the afternoon, "PM" stands for post meridiem (after midday).
Tell the Time Using Colours
Writeboards have designed a three-stage colour-coded system through worksheets and flashcards, making it easy for your child to learn to tell the time. Each worksheet comes with and without answers, so your child can practice independently.
We’ve also created clocks compatible with our reusable Writeboard that allow your child to practice both analog (past and to times) and digital time on the same worksheet.
Learn to Tell the Time
- Stage One: Teaches your child how to tell the hour on both digital and analog clocks.
- Stage Two: Helps your child tell the time in five-minute increments on both digital and analog clocks (without moving the hour hand).
- Stage Three: Teaches your child to tell the time in five-minute increments with the hour hand moving.
